This document provides information about an internship seminar on professional development and social entrepreneurship held in Washington D.C. during the summer of 2014. The seminar aims to help students develop professional skills and an understanding of social entrepreneurship through collaborative exercises, discussions, and hands-on learning. Key topics that will be covered include developing a professional portfolio, writing skills, intercultural competence, social entrepreneurship theories, networking, and presentation skills. The seminar will be held on Wednesdays from 11am to 1pm. Grades will be based on attendance, professionalism, participation in class activities and assignments, presentations, and a final professional portfolio. The goal is for students to gain practical skills and insights for building

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Internship Seminar:
Professional Development and the Exploration of Active Citizenship through
Social Entrepreneurship
A transformative seminar prepping leaders for success in a diverse, competitive democracy
WII DC
Where The City Can Become Your Classroom
Summer 2014
Instructor: Mr. Charles Basden Jr. MPA ’11
Class Meetings: Wednesdays
11-1:00pm
Phone: 202-670-8618
E-Mail: charles@duvtale.com Class Location: WII Campus
Office Hours: Wednesday, 5-5:45pm at GW Marvin Center
(BY APPOINTMENT)
I. Course Description
This seminar is a melding pot of experiences designed to cultivate professional skills expected of the next wave of leaders.
Engaged undergraduates will use the core competencies uncovered during the course to bridge course work with the
marketable knowledge, skills and abilities needed to transition, and be successful in the holistic exploration of a career. The
seminar is designed to include collaborative exercises, deliberative discussion, and action-based learning to best simulate and
enhance the professional toolkit for an agile, diverse and entrepreneurial the 21st
century professional. The progression of the
course will feature classes that focus on the development of a professional portfolio, sharp and effective writing skills,
intercultural competence, an expanded understanding of theories and applications of social entrepreneurship & the free
market and practical presentation and networking skills. The Seminar, at its core, is designed to stimulate exploration of
professional development through the intersection of social entrepreneurship and civic leadership in Washington DC and
society; without relying on tests or exams and instead, adhering to the pedagogical belief that learning best occurs through
directed action. This Seminar is an academic testing forum for each student to research, reflect, relate and refine a workable
philosophy and approach to their own ‘ professional life.’
I. Goals and Learning Outcomes
By the end of the semester, each professional student should have
1.Confidence with presenting to medium sized groups
2.The importance of developing distinguishable, marketable 21
st
Century skills
3.Knowledge of and the ability to organize a distinguishable professional portfolio
4.An appreciation of service, social justice and an understanding of intercultural competence
5.An understanding of market forces vis a vis career identification and choice
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6.An understanding of social entrepreneurship in developing a career framework
7.An understanding of ‘pitching’ and start-up venture development
8.Collaborative skills and experience working in teams
9.Sharpened writing and editing skills
10. An understanding and appreciation for professional and peer relationship-building
II. Format of Course
Classes for this section of the internship seminar will be held on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am through 1:00pm. Class will
begin promptly at that time, so aim to arrive on time to respect your peers and the exercises, speakers and presentations
expected to be a part of the course.
Course Policies
III. Technology and Subsidence
Students are encouraged to bring a laptop to class but are asked to exercise discretion in use with respect to classroom
activities. Cell phones should not be used in the seminar at any time besides for checking the time! Snacks and water are
welcome as long as they are consumed without causing a distraction to the seminar.
IV. Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. If you are uncertain as to what constitutes academic dishonesty,
please consult WII’s or your home institution’s Student Handbook for further details. As in all University courses, The
Golden Rule Rules of Conduct will be applied. Violations of these rules will result in a record of the infraction being placed
in your file and receiving a zero on the work in question AT A MINIMUM. At the instructor’s discretion, you may also
receive a failing grade for the course. Confirmation of such incidents can also result in expulsion from the program.
V. Attendance Policy
WII has implemented a new attendance policy:
“If students incur more than two unexcused absences, their grade will drop by one letter grade for each absence. Excused
absences include an internship-related event if students have made arrangements ahead of the event with their faculty
members or illness. Excused absences for illness will be at the discretion of the faculty member. Inclement Weather
Procedure: generally follows the policy of the federal government concerning cancellation because of weather. In case of
inclement weather, call WII at (202) 833-8580 after 6:45 a.m. and listen to the voice mail recording.”
VI. Grading Policy
VII. Grade Dissemination
Grades will be given out post assignments in the form of a rubric related to each particular assignment.
Grade Points Range Percentage
A 900-1000 points 90-100%
B 800-899 80-89%
C 700-799 70-79%
D 600-699 60-69%
F 500-599 points 50-59% or below
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VIII. Basis for Final Grade
.
Category Breakdown Total Point Possible
a. Attendance (50 PTS) *For every missed class after 2 = drop of 1
letter grade
50
b. Professionalism (50 PTS) Respect, Teamwork, Appropriateness and
Preparedness, LinkedIn account creation
50
c. Participation (155 PTS) General Class participation
Blogging and Online Reflection Assignments
Pre and Post Assessment Tests
Class Facilitation Activity
50
25
30
50
d. Papers & Assignments (520 PTS) Personal Statement
Resume and Cover Letter
Business or Social Venture Plan Report
Reaction Paper
Memo Assignment
FINAL Professional Portfolio
(Resume, Cover Letter, LinkedIN Profile)
50
90 (60/30)
100
80
100
100
e. Presentations (225 PTS) Presence, Persona and Improvisation
Techniques Exercise
Skills to Pay The Bills: A Marketing Exercise
Group Business or Social Venture Pitch
25
100
100
IX. Grade Policy Component Descriptions
a. Attendance (50 points or 5% of total grade)
Regardless of if you are receiving credit for this course; your attendance will have a monumental impact on the atmosphere
and trust created within the seminar. Different personalities and perspectives add opportunities for learning, but
consistency in the class is vital to overall development. Please treat this course as your professional playground, in the
sense that you use the jungle gym to challenge yourself, network with classmates and speakers, and have fun in the
process!
b. Professionalism (50 Points or 5% of total grade)
Per WII policy and classroom etiquette; mobile phones, and other electronic devices, etc. must be silenced during the
seminars. Those not heeding this rule will be asked to leave the classroom/lab immediately so as to not disrupt the learning
environment. Please arrive on time for all class meetings. Students who habitually disturb the class by talking, arriving late,
etc., and have been warned may suffer a reduction in their final class grade.
c. Participation (155 points or 15.5% of total grade)
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Engaging in the course material, interacting with classmates, and completing additional course activities is essential for
success in this seminar. Participation grades will be earned through in-class participation and facilitation, blogging posts, as
well as feedback provided to classmates both in-class and virtually.
*Class Facilitation- Each student will be required to sign-up for one class , donating their time to help prepare materials,
lecture and course activities. In doing so, the student is expected to help lead the discussion based on readings,
presentations and class exercises. Students will choose a topic from the Michael True’s Interncube text and lead the session
based on the pre-selected topic from the reference.
*Pre and Post Assessment Tests- Students will be asked to complete pre and posttests gauging their understanding of
concepts prior and post instruction.
*Blogging and Online Reflection: 5 (1) paragraph responses analyzing the readings and articles for the week.
d. Papers (520 points or 52% of total grade)
Eight assignments make up half of the total grade for the course. It is expected that students turn in assignments on time to
avoid late penalties. Handouts with specific assignment content, due date and grading rubric will be provided for students
throughout the semester.
Assignments:
1. Personal Statement: This assignment promotes healthy examination of oneself to help promote self-awareness
and the development of a personal narrative that promotes success, highlights future goals, and a career related
call to action.
2. Resume and Cover Letter: Students will submit a resume and cover letter that showcases pertinent education,
skills, and experiences in a clear, focused and organized fashion. Emphasis will be placed on structure and content.
3. Business Plan Executive Summary: Culminating from a collaborative exercise, students teams will work to produce
a venture summary document on an original concept or idea.
4. Reaction Paper: Throughout the semester, students will write a, one to two-page double-spaced reaction paper
based on a combination of theories from reading and in-class speakers/out of class events. The reaction paper is a
reflection of the students’ perspective on these events, readings and activities. Students should provide an
introductory paragraph explaining the event followed by what one learned and perhaps how this may benefit the
student. Any contacts made should also be incorporated into the piece.
5. Memorandum: After learning how to compose a concise targeted and effective decision memo, students will
mirror this knowledge through a writing a recommendation centered memo based off a scenario from a magazine
article profiling a business idea or concept found in Entrepreneur magazine or based off real life suggested
improvements in their summer internship placement.
6. Professional Portfolio: This finished final product will be an amalgamation of a completed resume, cover letter, an
updated LinkedIn profile, their personal statement and an example of their work product (memo or executive
summary)
e. Presentations (225 points or 22.5% of total grade)
Prompts:
1. Presence, Persona and Improvisation Technique Exercise: How well can you work on the fly?
2. Skills to Pay the Bills Presentation: This is an opportunity for students to share with the class their personal history and
future career endeavors. Part of the presentation should highlight past education, transformative experiences, hopes for
D.C., career goals. Each student will have to prepare an informative exercise that leads the class through a “how-to”
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scenario. Students can present in terms of a Powerpoint, video, skit, or poster. Students should prepare 3-5 minute (max)
presentations and expect to answer a few questions.
3. Group Business or Social Venture Pitch: Students will formulate groups and simulate a start-up business venture. The
group will have to market the venture, explain the business case and model, and do some financial forecasting on the
venture in a dynamic format to a class.
X. Extra Credit Assignments (up to 45 points)
There are three extra credit assignments worth up to 45 pts (all due on day on last class): Extra Credit Assignments (up to
32.5 points)
(1)Site map or Business card design to add as part of your professional portfolio, worth 10 points,
(2) Response to course description from the syllabus-evaluate the description and tell me how and if the course has
covered the content as it stated and how it has impact you. (1.5pgs MAX) worth 30 points
(3)50 points for the transforming your site map into an actual web presence, website or blog.
XI. Grading Policies Cont.: Late, Extra Credit, Blogging, Group Work etc.,
Late Work Policy: Offer specifics about your policy on late work.
*Late Assignments: Assignments that are turned in after the due will experience a 5 point deduction for each 24 hour
period that it is not received.
Extra Credit Policy:
Extra credit is discounted by ½ and will be added to the final grade at the end of the semester.
Rewrite Policy:
Rewrites and drafts are entirely optional and in the case for the final portfolio, strongly encouraged.
Blogging and Reflection Policy:
Commentary on readings will be delivered in written format, at any time prior to the seminar session. Comments should
have proper grammar and be relevant to the subject being discussed.
Group Work Policy: Offer specifics about your policy on group work.
Everyone must take part in a group project. All members of a group will receive the same score; that is, the project is
assessed and everyone receives this score. Also, everyone must take part in a paper. The grading criteria are the same as
the group project. Once formed, groups cannot be altered or switched, except for reasons of extended hospitalization.
XII. Course Policies: Student Expectations
Disability Access:
WII is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all persons with disabilities. This syllabus is available in
alternate formats upon request.
XIII. Important Dates to Remember
WII DATES
May 2014 Students arrive
May 2014 Orientation
May 2014 Internships begin
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June 2014 Midterm report due (midterm grade and number of absences)
July 2014 Internships end
August 2014 Grades due
Religious Observances
Students are expected to notify their instructor in advance if they intend to miss class to observe a holy day of their
religious faith. For a current schedule of major religious holidays contact the office at 202-833-8580.
XIV. Required Texts
There are three required texts for the Seminar.
1. Understanding Social Entrepreneurship
by Jill Kickul and Thomas S. Lyons
2. Soul of a Citizen (New and Revised Edition)
by Paul Rogat Loeb
and,
3. InternQube: Professional Skills for the Workplace
By Michael True
XV. Course Schedule: Topics, Reading Events and Assignments
Week Date Session Agenda/ Topic Reading Due Assignment Due HW for next
week
1 5/28 -Introductions
-Review of Syllabus and
Assignments
-PIT Exercise
None Online Pre-test Survey:
https://questionpro.com/t/AINVlZREid
Create
LinkedIN
account
2 6/4 Grasping Foundational
Concepts: Washington
DC, Cultural Competence
and Social
Entrepreneurship
• Lyons
Foreword and
pgs. 1-22
• Loeb
Introduction
to new edition
& Ch. 1
• Article:
America’s
Cities on the
Edge
• Article: 18
Gentrifying
Neighborhoo
ds in DC
• Lyons Ch.4-5
• Reference: 5
Tools for
Submit 1st
DRAFTS of:
• RESUME,
• COVER LETTER
• LinkedIn Account
(via paper submission)
Drafting of
Personal
Statement
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Social
Entrepreneurs
3 6/11 The Science of Being
Millennial
• Loeb Ch 2&3
• Article:
Millennials
Genuinely
Believe they
can change
• Article: How
Can
Millenials
change
Washington if
they hate it?
Submit 1st
DRAFT of:
• PERSONAL STATEMENT
(via paper submission)
Skills and
other updates
to LinkedIn
4 6/18 The Acquisition of 21st
Century Skills
====
Venturing’ Out: Group
Project Work
• Loeb Ch.7 &
Post-script 10
Suggestions
• Lyons Ch. 3
• Reference:
Volunteering
as a Pathway
to
Employment
First Blogging Check (At least one of
three should be submitted at this point
of semester)
Read
entrepreneur
magazine and
prepare memo.
5 6/25 The Professional Market
and Me
====
Developing a Net and
Building relationships
• Loeb Ch. 8
• Article: Six
Ideas for
Immediate
Job Growth,
Will they
work?
• Article:
Millennials
Have their
own
definition of
Entrepreneurs
hip
• Article:
Millennials
want
Meaningful
Jobs
LINKEDIN PROFILE UPDATES
DUE
DECISION MEMO DUE
(via email submission)
2nd
drafting of
resume and
cover letters
Questions for
the guest
speaker
6 7/2 The Art of Personal
Branding
Guest Speaker
• 10K’s to
Personal
Branding
Submit via email: 2ND
DRAFTS:
• RESUME
• COVER LETTER
• PERSONAL STATEMENT
S2PTB
presentation
development
7 7/9 Skill Showcase:
Skills to Pay The Bills: A TBD
S2PTB Presentations: Send via email
prior to the start of class
Group
meetings
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Marketing Exercise Drafting of
Reaction Paper
8 7/16 Group project meetings
(NO CLASS MEETING)
N/A REACTION PAPER DUE VIA
EMAIL
9 7/23 Leadership
through Innovation
• Lyons Ch. 9
• Article: The
Innovation
Obligation: 4
Key
Principles
• Article: 11
Simple
Concepts To
Becoming a
Better Leader
FINAL PORTFOLIO DUE VIA
EMAIL
Catch up on
you required
Blogging.
10 7/30 The Next Big Thing:
Venture Presentations
• Lyons Ch 7-8
• Post Test
GROUP PROJECT
PRESENTATIONS AND
EXECUTIVE REPORT DUE
* Note: The Schedule is subject to revision
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